Even as opinions are divided over the feasibility of such a measure, fissures have already emerged within the Australian polity over the imposition of the controversial carbon tax from July 1 this year.

The New South Wales (NSW) government has opposed the introduction of the carbon tax by the federal government led by Prime Minister, Julia Gillard. In reply to queries posed by The Hindu, NSW Minister of Resources and Energy and Central Coast, Christopher Hartcher said the NSW government does not support the introduction of the carbon tax by the federal government. “The government is concerned about the impact on cost of living for NSW families and businesses